2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1988 Seat Marbella
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 3,458 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1988 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1988 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 770 kg more than 1988 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Seat Marbella. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1988 Seat Marbella | |
Make | Hyundai | Seat |
Model | Santa Fe | Marbella |
Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3458 cc | 843 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 56 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2170 mm |